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LUNAR BONDS
LUNAR BONDS
Author: Valentina Moses

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Author: Valentina Moses
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Prologue:

The small town of Silverwood seemed like any other town, nestled deep in the woods. People went about their daily lives, unaware of the supernatural world that existed around them. However, there was one person who knew all too well. Kai, the alpha of the werewolf pack that called Silverwood home.

Kai had been searching for his fated mate for years. He knew that when he found her, his life would be complete, and he would do anything to protect her. He knew that his mate was out there somewhere, but he had yet to find her.

One day, while out in the woods, Kai caught a whiff of the most tantalizing scent he had ever smelled. He followed the scent until he stumbled upon a woman hiking through the woods. She had long brown hair, bright blue eyes, and a determined look on her face.

Kai couldn't resist approaching her, drawn to her in a way he had never experienced before. He could feel his wolf stirring within him, telling him that this woman was his mate.

"Excuse me," he said, walking up to her. "Are you lost?"

The woman turned to face him, taking in his impressive form. Kai was a tall, muscular man, with piercing green eyes and dark hair that fell over his forehead. He exuded power and confidence, and the woman couldn't help but feel a little intimidated.

"No, I'm not lost," she replied, frowning slightly. "I'm just taking a hike."

Kai nodded, his wolf urging him to get closer to her.

"I'm Kai," he introduced himself.

The woman hesitated for a moment before introducing herself. "I'm Leah."

Kai's heart skipped a beat when he heard her name. Could she be the one he had been searching for all these years?

As they chatted, Kai couldn't help but feel drawn to Leah. Her intelligence, courage, and independence intrigued him. He couldn't stop thinking about her, and he knew deep down that she was his mate.

But Leah had no idea about the supernatural world. She had never even heard of werewolves, and Kai knew that it would take a lot of convincing for her to believe in their existence. As he said goodbye to her, he couldn't help but feel a sense of longing. He knew that he had to find a way to make Leah believe in him and his world, no matter how difficult it may be.

Leah was back at work, trying to focus on her job at the local bookstore. However, her mind kept wandering back to her encounter with Kai in the woods. There was something about him that both intrigued and scared her. She couldn't explain it, but she knew deep down that there was more to him than met the eye.

As Leah was shelving some books, her best friend Nate walked in. Nate had been Leah's best friend since they were kids, and they had always been there for each other. He noticed Leah's distracted state and asked, "Hey, what's up? You seem lost in thought."

Leah looked up at him, a small smile on her face. "I went hiking in the woods yesterday and I met someone. His name is Kai and he's... different."

"Different how?" Nate asked, leaning against the counter.

Leah hesitated for a moment, unsure of how to explain it. "I don't know. He's just... intimidating, but intriguing at the same time. I can't stop thinking about him."

Nate raised an eyebrow. "Sounds like a crush to me."

Leah rolled her eyes. "No, it's not like that. It's just that there's something about him that I can't put my finger on."

Nate looked at her skeptically. "Are you sure you're not just imagining things?"

Leah sighed. "I know it sounds crazy, but there's something about him that's different. And when I was with him, I felt like... I don't know, like I belonged there. Like I was meant to be there."

Nate looked at her with concern. "Leah, are you sure you're okay?"

Leah shook her head. "I don't know what's wrong with me. I just feel like there's something missing in my life, like there's something that I'm meant to do or be, and I don't know what it is."

Nate put a comforting hand on her shoulder. "Hey, it's okay. Maybe it's just a mid-life crisis or something."

Leah laughed weakly. "I'm only 25, Nate. I don't think that's possible."

Nate grinned. "Well, in that case, maybe it's just a phase. You'll figure it out."

Leah nodded, feeling somewhat comforted by Nate's words. But deep down, she knew that there was more to it than just a phase. She couldn't shake the feeling that there was something out there waiting for her. Something that was beyond her understanding.

As the day went by, Leah couldn't help but daydream about Kai. She wondered what he was doing, where he was. She couldn't believe that someone she had just met had such a profound effect on her. She had always been independent, never relying on anyone else for her happiness. But now, she couldn't help but feel drawn to Kai in a way she had never felt before.

That night, as Leah was getting ready for bed, she heard a strange sound outside her window. Curious, she got up and went to investigate. As she looked out the window, she saw a large figure standing in the shadows. At first, she was frightened, but then she saw that it was Kai.

"Kai?" she whispered, opening the window.

Kai climbed through the window, his eyes glowing in the moonlight. Leah noticed that he looked different tonight; more rugged, with a wild look in his eyes.

"Leah," he growled, his voice low and animalistic.

Leah felt a shiver run down her spine. This wasn't the Kai she had met before. He seemed dangerous now, like he was capable of anything.

"Kai, what's going on?" she asked cautiously.

"Leah, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to scare you," he said, his eyes softening slightly.

Leah frowned, confused. "Kai, what's wrong? You're scaring me. Is everything okay?"

Kai stepped closer to her, his face contorting in pain. "Leah, I have to tell you something. Something that I should have told you before."

Leah's heart started thudding in her chest. Whatever he had to say, it sounded serious.

"Kai, what is it?"

Kai took a deep breath. "Leah, I'm a werewolf."

Leah's mouth dropped open in shock. "What?"

"I'm a werewolf," Kai repeated, his voice thick with emotion. "And I didn't want to tell you because, well... because I didn't want to scare you away."

Leah was stunned. She couldn't believe what she was hearing. All this time, she had been spending time with a werewolf? The thought terrified her.

"Kai, I don't understand," she said shakily. "Why are you telling me this now?"

"Because I need your help," he said urgently. "I've been having these... these episodes. I can't control myself, Leah. I'm afraid that I'll hurt someone."

Leah felt a pang of sympathy for him. She could see the pain in his eyes, the fear. She knew that she had to help him.

"Okay," she said firmly. "What can I do?"

Kai's face lit up with relief. "Thank you, Leah. I don't know what I would do without you. There's something that I need to get off my chest. I know that we've only known each other for a short time, but... I feel a connection with you. A connection that I can't ignore."

Leah felt her heart skip a beat. She had been feeling the same way, but she had been too afraid to admit it. Now that Kai had said it, she knew that she couldn't deny it any longer.

"Kai, I feel the same way," she whispered.

Kai stepped forward and took her hand in his. "Leah, I know that I'm asking a lot of you. But I need you to help me control my wolf. And I want you to be by my side while I do it."

Leah didn't hesitate. She knew that this was what she wanted, too. But as they stood there, hand in hand, a sudden howl echoed in the distance. Kai's eyes widened in fear.

"Leah, we have to go. Now," he said urgently.

Leah felt a chill run down her spine. They both knew what the howl meant. Other werewolves were nearby, and they weren't alone.

As they raced back to their cabin, Leah couldn't help but wonder what challenges lay ahead in their fight to control Kai's wolf.

When they finally reached the cabin, Kai immediately locked the doors and windows, ensuring that they were safe inside. He seemed to transform before her very eyes, his eyes glowing, his muscles bulging, and his body shaking with the effort of controlling the wolf inside of him.

"Kai, what's happening?" Leah asked, her voice trembling.

Kai turned to her, his eyes filled with pain. "I don't know, Leah. I'm losing control. I can feel the wolf trying to take over."

Leah felt a surge of fear in her chest. She had never been so terrified in her life. But she knew that she couldn't let her fear consume her; she had to be strong for Kai.

"Kai, we'll get through this," she said, stepping closer to him. "I'm here for you."

Kai looked at her with such intensity that Leah felt her heart stop for a moment. She had never seen him look at her like that before; like he was seeing into her soul.

"Leah, I... I care about you," he stammered. "More than I can explain. I know that I'm not the easiest person to be around, but... I need you. You're the only one who can help me."

Leah felt her heart flutter in her chest. She had never felt this way about anyone before, and the fact that Kai felt the same way made her feel giddy with happiness. But she knew that their situation was serious, and that they had to focus on getting Kai's wolf under control.

"Kai, we'll figure this out together, okay?" she said, taking his hand in hers.

Kai nodded, his expression softening. "Thank you, Leah. I don't know what I would do without you."

Just then, there was a loud knock on the door, causing them both to jump.

"Kai! Kai, open up!" a voice shouted from outside.

Kai's eyes widened in fear. "Leah, you have to hide. It's the Council. They've come for me."

Leah's heart thudded in her chest. She had heard about the Council, the governing body of the werewolves. They were known for their strict rules and merciless punishments.

"What are we going to do?" she asked, panic rising in her voice.

Kai hesitated for a moment before pulling her toward the bedroom. "Stay here, Leah. I'll deal with them. Just... stay quiet."

Leah nodded, watching as Kai transformed into his wolf and vanished through the back door. She felt a pang of concern as she realized that she was now alone in the cabin, with no idea of what was going on outside.

Minutes turned to hours as Leah waited for Kai to return. With each passing moment, her anxiety grew. What was taking him so long? Had they captured him? Had he been hurt?

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